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Whoever commits criminal trespass by entering into or remaining in any building, tent or vessel used as a human dwelling or any building used as a place of worship, or as a place for the custody of property, is said to commit _______________ ?

Correct answer: A. House-trespass

  • A. House-trespass
  • B. House-breaking
  • C. Criminal treaspass
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Section 442 PPC defines house-trespass as criminal trespass involving entry into or remaining in a building, tent, or vessel used as a dwelling, place of worship, or place for custody of property. House-breaking is a more aggravated form involving specified methods of entry or exit.

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